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Long Form Writing

Essays

Extended pieces on leadership, human systems, and the ideas worth sitting with. Written to last longer than a scroll.

May 2026

The Mentorship Myth: How a Beautiful Idea Became an Empty Ritual

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May 2026

The Last Demonstration: On Proof, Pride, and the Fatal Theatre of Expertise

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Know Me

Currently with the Ottawa Community Foundation.

Over 25 years of experience in engineering, entrepreneurship, and economic development.

Work focuses on transforming strategies, enhancing bottom lines, fostering innovation, amplifying social impact, and introducing new products and services.

Founder of OAK Computing, Mindtrust, AirLoop, Innovation By Design, Global Study, True Innovators & TalentBridge.

Passionate advocate for driving positive change through human-centered design.

Eternal optimist, perpetual learner, serial entrepreneur & community activist.

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Recent Posts

The Mentorship Myth: How a Beautiful Idea Became an Empty Ritual

The Mentorship Myth – Manu Sharma Essays on Leadership & Human Systems aboutmanu.com  ·  May … [Read More...]

The Last Demonstration: On Proof, Pride, and the Fatal Theatre of Expertise

Essay — Long Form May 2026 Human Nature · Hubris · The Performance of Knowing The Last … [Read More...]

The Motherly Face of Everything Sacred

I don’t think we notice the people who hold us up until something gently forces us to look. There is a moment from … [Read More...]

The Quiet Courage of Believing Well

Distrust is often mistaken for intelligence. We reward it in subtle ways. The quick skepticism, the raised eyebrow, the … [Read More...]

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